Liberty Secure Win Over Mystics in WNBA Clash
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Barclays Center
New York Liberty 75, Washington Mystics 66, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Washington Mystics vs New York Liberty?
New York Liberty beat Washington Mystics 75-66 at Barclays Center on September 9, 2025.
The New York Liberty triumphed over the Washington Mystics with a final score of 75-66 at Barclays Center, marking their dominance in the season series, which they won 4-0. This victory further solidified the Liberty's strong standing, as they now hold a home record of 26-17 compared to the Mystics' away record of 16-28.
In their recent form, the Liberty have shown a mixed performance, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They are currently on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Seattle Storm 84-76 on September 6. The Liberty have averaged 76.4 points scored while allowing 77.7 points in their last ten outings. At home, they have performed better, boasting a home record of 3-1 in their last four games. Their last five games have seen them average 75.0 points scored and 72.8 points allowed.
Conversely, the Mystics have struggled significantly, holding a dismal record of 1-9 in their last ten games, with a current losing streak of nine games. They averaged 72.0 points scored and allowed 84.6 points during this stretch. Their away performance has been particularly poor, with an away record of 0-4 in their last four games. In their last five games, the Mystics averaged just 67.4 points scored while allowing 87.6 points.
The Liberty have been particularly effective against the Mystics in their recent encounters, winning all seven meetings in the last two seasons. The most recent matchup prior to this game was on August 28, 2025, where the Liberty won decisively with a score of 89-63. The Liberty's consistent success against the Mystics has been a key storyline this season.
In terms of injuries, the Liberty were without Satou Sabally due to a concussion. This absence did not seem to hinder their performance significantly against the Mystics, as they managed to secure the win despite missing a key player.
The market had priced the Liberty as strong favorites, reflecting their recent form and historical success against the Mystics. The odds indicated a high probability of a Liberty victory, which ultimately came to fruition.
Conditions at Barclays Center were conducive for basketball, with no adverse weather factors influencing the game. Fans witnessed a competitive atmosphere as the Liberty looked to maintain their winning ways while the Mystics aimed to break their losing streak.
Throughout the game, viewers should have noted the Liberty's defensive strategies, which limited the Mystics' scoring opportunities. The scoring plays highlighted the Liberty's ability to maintain control, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they continued to extend their lead. Kiki Iriafen made notable contributions for the Mystics, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Liberty's solid performance.
Overall, the Liberty's victory not only showcased their strength in the league but also emphasized the Mystics' ongoing struggles as they look to regroup in their remaining games.
Injury report
- Satou SaballyOutConcussionNew York Liberty
Leaders
- PointsEmma Meesseman19New York Liberty
- AssistsSabrina Ionescu9New York Liberty
- ReboundsJonquel Jones11New York Liberty
- PointsKiki Iriafen16Washington Mystics
- AssistsShakira Austin4Washington Mystics
- ReboundsKiki Iriafen6Washington Mystics
Recent form
New York Liberty
Last 10: 4-6Streak W176.4 scored · 77.7 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W84-76at Seattle StormSep 6
- L58-66at Golden State ValkyriesSep 3
- L63-80at Phoenix MercuryAug 31
- W89-63vs Washington MysticsAug 28
- W81-79vs Connecticut SunAug 25
- L62-78at Atlanta DreamAug 23
- L85-91vs Chicago SkyAug 21
- W85-75vs Minnesota LynxAug 19
- L80-86at Minnesota LynxAug 16
- L77-83at Las Vegas AcesAug 14
Washington Mystics
Last 10: 1-9Streak L972 scored · 84.6 allowed per game0-4 away
- L65-94vs Indiana FeverSep 7
- L69-75vs Phoenix MercurySep 4
- L78-81at Los Angeles SparksSep 1
- L62-99at Golden State ValkyriesAug 31
- L63-89at New York LibertyAug 28
- L82-84vs Seattle StormAug 24
- L81-91vs Las Vegas AcesAug 23
- L56-67at Connecticut SunAug 21
- L69-80vs Connecticut SunAug 19
- W95-86vs Los Angeles SparksAug 17
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
Box score
| Stat | Washington Mystics | New York Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-62 | 27-64 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 5-16 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 29 |
| Free throws | 7-13 | 15-16 |
| Free throw % | 54 | 94 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 2 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 31 |
| Assists | 24 | 21 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 32 |
| Fouls | 14 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 17 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter31-43Alysha Clark makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sonia Citron assists)
- 3rd Quarter34-43Sug Sutton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shakira Austin assists)
- 3rd Quarter36-43Sonia Citron makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Shakira Austin assists)
- 3rd Quarter36-45Kennedy Burke makes two point shot (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 3rd Quarter36-48Emma Meesseman makes 26-foot three point jumper (Breanna Stewart assists)
- 3rd Quarter39-48Sonia Citron makes 30-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter39-49Emma Meesseman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter39-50Emma Meesseman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter41-50Jade Melbourne makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter41-51Emma Meesseman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter41-52Emma Meesseman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter44-52Sonia Citron makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter44-54Emma Meesseman makes 2-foot layup (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 3rd Quarter46-54Shakira Austin makes driving layup (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter46-55Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter46-56Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter47-56Shakira Austin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter47-58Jonquel Jones makes layup (Kennedy Burke assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-59Jonquel Jones makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter47-61Jonquel Jones makes two point shot (Natasha Cloud assists)
- 3rd Quarter49-61Jade Melbourne makes driving layup (Shakira Austin assists)
- 3rd Quarter50-61Kiki Iriafen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter50-63Natasha Cloud makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter50-65Jonquel Jones makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter52-65Kiki Iriafen makes 3-foot layup (Lucy Olsen assists)
- 4th Quarter52-67Breanna Stewart makes 13-foot jumper (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter54-67Shakira Austin makes two point shot (Sug Sutton assists)
- 4th Quarter54-68Jonquel Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter54-69Jonquel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter54-71Sabrina Ionescu makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot (Breanna Stewart assists)
- 4th Quarter56-71Shakira Austin makes layup (Sonia Citron assists)
- 4th Quarter56-73Emma Meesseman makes 17-foot jumper (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter57-73Kiki Iriafen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter58-73Kiki Iriafen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter60-73Kiki Iriafen makes driving layup (Lucy Olsen assists)
- 4th Quarter62-73Jade Melbourne makes 15-foot driving floating jump shot (Emily Engstler assists)
- 4th Quarter63-73Madison Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter64-73Madison Scott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter64-75Isabelle Harrison makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter66-75Lucy Olsen makes 2-foot layup (Emily Engstler assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours New York Liberty, below favours Washington Mystics.
Venue
- Barclays CenterBrooklyn, NY
- Attendance17532
- OfficialsRoy Gulbeyan, Tiara Cruse, Teresa Stuck
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